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ALL AROUND CYPRUS Walking Festival 2018 Cyprus is a paradise for those who love nature and walking. The Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Forestry Department are organising the Walking Festival 2018 and invite you to explore the nature trails of Cyprus. From the enchanting coastline to the pine clad mountain peaks, these walking excursions will delight you. The beautiful nature of Cyprus in spring will revitalise and relax you. The guides who will accompany the participants will help you become (re)acquainted with the island’s rich flora and fauna and its unique geology. Wear comfortable footwear suitable for walking on rough terrain and enjoy this unique experience! Reservations are obligatory. A bus will be made available for each excursion, and places will be reserved strictly on a first come first served basis. For reservations please contact one of the CTO Tourist Information Offices located all around Cyprus.

SUN, 4 & WED, 7 MARCH Ammochostos District – Cape Gkreko Combination of 3 trails with a circular route: “Aphrodite” “Sea Caves – Agioi Anargyroi” – “Konnoi” Degree of difficulty: 1 Length: circular 5.3 kilometers Starting point: Cape Gkreko Environmental Information Centre. Goes along the Cape Gkreko National Park with rich vegetation and a magnificent view. Duration: 2,5 hours Bus transfers from: Agia Napa, Lemesos and Larnaka

SUN, 11 & WED, 14 MARCH Lemesos District Combination of 2 trails with a linear route: “Episkopis and Apollo Hylates” Degree of difficulty: 1 Length: linear 5.4 kilometers Starting point: 700 metres west of Episkopi Gymnasium. The path goes near the early Christian Basilica outside the walls of Kourion archaeological site and

through the ancient Stadium and ends across from the archaeological site of the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates. Duration: 3 hours Bus transfers from: Lemesos, Lefkosia and Pafos

SUN, 18 & WED, 21 MARCH Pafos District - Akamas “Smigies” trail Degree of difficulty: 2 Length: circular 5 kilometres Starting point: Smigies picnic site, 2,5 km from Neo Chorio, within the Akamas region. Beautiful views of the Akamas peninsula. Meets along the Adonis trail. Duration: 2 hours Bus transfers from: Pafos and Lemesos

WED, 28 MARCH Lefkosia District “Fikardou – Archontides restaurant” trail Degree of difficulty: 2 Length: linear 5 kilometers Starting point: Church of Fikardou village. Follows the ridge, offering a magnificent view of the surrounding area and of Lefkosia. Duration: 2,5 hours Bus transfers from: Lefkosia and Larnaka

The Cyprus Strollers The Cyprus Strollers welcome families (with children and/or pets) who love nature and search for hiking opportunities. There is no membership fee to join the Cyprus Strollers and no charge is made for the walks. If you attend a Cyprus Strollers walk you do so entirely at your own risk. The Cyprus Strollers is a social club and neither the organizers nor the leader of the walk are responsible for the health and safety of the participants. This month’s hiking programme:

SAT, 3 MARCH - Adelphi pine forest trail. A walk from Asinou to Agios Theodoros and back.

SUN, 11 MARCH - Cape Greco, Konnos – Cyclop’s Cave and Konnos – Agioi Anargyroi. A combination of two sea level trails along the coast, with a picnic!

SAT, 17 MARCH - Platres, Kryos Potamos, Caledonian Waterfall, Pouziaris slopes. A circular trail along the banks of the river, a visit of the most

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impressive waterfall in Cyprus, with a return across the slopes of Pouziaris.

SUN, 25 MARCH - Prophitis Elias – Kionia

SAT, 31 MARCH - Lady’s Mile and Monastery of Cats in Akrotiri Salt Lake

Time & Meeting place: 09:45 at the parking area on Heilonos Avenue, adjacent to the Ministry of Health. For more information and reservations please call Mr. Xenophon on T. +357 97613720 or visit the website cyprus-strollers.org.

BirdLife Field Meetings BirdLife Cyprus is a registered NGO that works to conserve wild birds, their habitats and wider biodiversity in Cyprus, through research, monitoring, lobbying and conservation and awareness-raising actions. BirdLife organises field meetings (the participation is at one’s own risk) which require light to moderate exercise. For further information please visit the NGO’s website: birdlifecyprus.org

Wed, 7 MARCH Akrotiri Peninsula - Late winter visitors, water birds and spring migrants. Time & Meeting place: Meet at 8:30 at Zakaki Marsh bird hide (please note the earlier start time) Coordinates: 34o 38.57’ N, 33o 00.23’ E Leader: June Neal, T. +357 25932008 or 99918665 Please pre-book with leader.

SAT, 17 MARCH Paphos Lighthouse - Early Spring migrants. Time & Meeting place: Meet at 8:30 at the Entrance of Archaeological area by the Paphos Harbour Car Park Coordinates: 34o 45.36’ N, 32o 24.51’ E Leaders: Ian and Kate Bloomer, T. +357 99265661. Please pre-book with leader.

SAT, 24 MARCH Larnaca Sewage Works & Oroklini Marsh – Spring migrants and waterbirds Time & Meeting place: Meet at 09:30 at Larnaca Sewage Works Hide. Coordinates: 34o 51’.61 N, 33o 37’.64 E Leader: Martin Hellicar. T. +357 99907893.

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LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA)

TUE, 6 MARCH

Music Talks: Fin de Siècle French Music A discussion in English with musical extracts from "Fin de siècle French Music". This month's talk is organised by CVAR and the Consulate of Canada on the occasion of the month of Francophonie. Join: Iosif Hadjikyriacos, Curator of Stavrides Archive, Larnaka Andreas Iacovides, CyBC Radio Classical Producer Demetris Michaelides, Emeritus Professor of Archaeology-University of Cyprus Costas Severis, President of Severis Foundation for a glass of wine and share your experience, knowledge, and curiosity over Music… and Wine! Venue: Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) (285 Ermou str., CY-1017, cvar.severis.org) Time: 18:30 Entrance: Free

Organisation Internationale De La Francophonie March 20th every year is designated as International Francophonie Day and is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie’s 77 member-states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. Programme of events in Lefkosia:

THU, 8 MARCH CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Joining in these is also the CySO with a programme consisting entirely of French composers, including Claude Debussy, for whom the 25th of the month this year also marks 100 years from his death. Along with Debussy however, three other fin-de-siecle composers: Faure with his poignant “Pelléas et Mélisande”, Saint-Säens with his Cello concerto no. 1 and Ravel with his always-appealing “Mother Goose Suite”. Á plus! Soloist: Aurelien Pascal (cello) Conductor: Jens Georg Bachmann Venue: PallasTheatre (Rigainis and Arsinois corner, Pafos Gate, CY-1010, Old Lefkosia, T. +357 22410181) Time: 20:30

Entrance: €12|€7 18-26yrs & pensioners|€5 -18yrs For further information cyso.org.cy Box Office, Wed 16:00-19:00 and 2 hrs before the concert

FRI, 9 MARCH Moka Film, «Moka» directed by Frédéric Mermoud (Switzerland / France, 2016). Cast: Emmanuelle Devos, Nathalie Baye, Samuel Labarthe, Jean-Philippe Ecoffey, Diane Rouxel, Marion Reymond, Paulin Jaccoud. Armed with a few belongings and a gun, Diane Kramer leaves the clinic on the lake Léman waterfront and heads for Evian. She is led by one obsession: to find the hit-and-run driver of the mocha coloured Mercedes which hit her son and devastated her life. The path of revenge is however, sometimes more tortuous than it seems. Language: French with English subtitles. The Ambassador of Switzerland will host a cocktail after the screening. Venue: Cine Studio, Univeristy of Nicosia Time: 20:30 (90’) Entrance: Free

THU, 22 MARCH «Sur un air de Ramuz» Switzerland presents a literary and musical event with baritone vocalist and actor, Sergio Belluz and pianist, Ioana Primus. The famous Swiss writer Charles Ferdinand Ramuz (1878-1947), who greatly changed the literary landscape of his country, is discovered through texts and music excerpts. Language: in French with English surtitles. The Ambassador of Switzerland will offer a cocktail after the event. Venue: ARTos Foundation (64 Agion Omologiton Avenue, CY-1080) Time: 20:30 (45’) Entrance: Free

THU, 29 MARCH "La Suisse, un grand petit pays francophone" A presentation in French language by Mr Sergio Belluz from Switzerland. A cocktail will follow with live francophone songs (voice/guitar: Philippe Ledru, piano: Ioana Loizou) Venue: University of Cyprus, University Campus-Panepistioupoli, Hall 010, Social Activities Building ΚΟΔ01-07, below Caffè Nero

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Time: 19:00 Entrance: Free

WED, 9 MARCH

Nikita Mndoyants Piano Recital The Pharos Arts Foundation presents a recital with Nikita Mndoyants – First Prize winner of the Cleveland International Piano Competition 2016. Having given his first recital at the age of eight, Mndoyants studied piano and composition at the Moscow Tchaikovsky State Conservatory and he has also been the First Prize winner of the 2007 Paderewski International Piano Competition, and as a composer, of the 2014 Myaskovsky International Competition for Composers and the 2016 Prokofiev International Competition. He has since appeared in major halls all over the world, and performed with important orchestras under the baton of renowned conductors. For his first recital in Cyprus the phenomenal Nikita Mndoyants will perform works by Haydn, Beethoven and Brahms, as well as one of his own compositions. Programme: Joseph Haydn: Piano Sonata in E major, Hob.XVI:31 L.V. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No.32 in C minor, Op.111 Nikita Mndoyants: Intermezzo Johannes Brahms: Piano Sonata No.3, Op.5 Venue: The Shoe Factory (304 Ermou Str, old Lefkosia, pharosartsfoundation.org) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15|€10 Concessions & members of the Pharos Arts Foundation,

FRI, 16 MARCH

Angelos Liakakis and Titos Gouvelis cello & piano recital Having forged esteemed careers as soloists in Greece and abroad, Liakakis and Gouvelis have also been collaborating as a duo for many years, presenting unique programmes and receiving praising acclaims from the press and the public. For their concert in Cyprus the duo will present a striking programme comprising Debussy’s Cello Sonata in D minor, Grieg’s brilliant Cello Sonata in A minor – considered one of the most dramatic and intense works of the 19th century chamber music

literature, as well as Beethoven’s taxing Op.102 Sonatas, Nos. 4 & 5, which are imbued with such intimate colour and transcendental disposition that they are justifiably regarded as the first of the composer’s ‘late period’ works. Venue: The Shoe Factory (304 Ermou Str, old Lefkosia, pharosartsfoundation.org) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15|€10 Concessions & members of the Pharos Arts Foundation,

SUN, 18 MARCH CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

French Fairytales - Family concerts for all With French-language month still with us, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra continues its Francophone offerings with two family concerts and Maurice Ravel’s “Mother Goose” Suite. Join us then with your children, young and old, for a chance to meet up close with, and always through music, well-known fairy tale characters: there’s Sleeping Beauty and Little Tom Thumb, there’s Laideronette, the (not-so-pretty) Empress of the Pagodas, and there’s also Beauty and the Beast. And to wrap things up, join us for a walk through the Fairy Garden, where Prince Charming also makes an appearance in order to wake up his beloved. Once again then… Á plus! Ravel: Mother Goose Suite With image projections! Narration – Presentation: Marina Katsari Conductor: Jens Georg Bachmann Venue: Pallas Theatre (Rigainis & Arsinois corner, Pafos Gate, CY-1010, Old Lefkosia, T. +357 22410181) Time: 15:30 & 17:00 Entrance: €5

ONGOING till SUN, 18 MARCH EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY THEATRE ORGANISATION CYPRUS

Stella with the Red Gloves Born with values that don’t agree with the customs and perceptions of her time, Stella, a wild spirit that cannot be tamed, surrenders to love without inhibitions and chooses a rupture with a painful end instead of the false happiness of a dull life. Iconic and much loved, both in its theatrical version and

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the film adaptation by Michael Cacoyannis, Kambanellis’ work serves as a hymn to unconventionality. The writing of the most important Greek writer of the second half of the 20th century combines the beat of lively language with emotion. Konstantinos Arvanitakis, who directs the play, sheds light on the timelessness of the subject, in a performance with live music composed by Stamatis Kraounakis. Venue: THOC New Theatre Building (9, Gregori Afxentiou str., CY-1096, thoc.org.cy) Time: Fri & Sat 20:30, Sun 18:00

WED, 21 MARCH ROYAL OPERA – LIVE IN CINEMAS

The Winter’s Tale Building on the success of Wheeldon's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Winter's Tale received ecstatic praise at its premiere, acclaimed by critics. Shakespeare’s tale of love and loss becomes compelling dance drama in Christopher Wheeldon’s ballet adaptation, with music by Joby Talbot. An evocative reimagining of Shakespeare's enduring story of jealousy, compassion and forgiveness. Venue: Pantheon Theatre (29, Diagorou Street, CY-1097, T. +357 22675787) Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10

SUN, 25 – TUE, 27 MARCH

Othello’s Island Conference 2018 The 6th annual interdisciplinary conference on Byzantine, Medieval, Renaissance and Early Modern art, literary, archaeological, historical and cultural studies. Lead Academic Co-ordinator: Dr Michael Paraskos FRSA (Imperial College London, UK). All keynote lectures are in English and open to members of the public. They are presented as part of the Nicosia Medieval Festival 2018 in association with the Nicosia Tourist Board. For more information please visit othellosisland.org/bookings Venue: Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) (285 Ermou str., CY-1017, cvar.severis.org) Time: 09:30-17:00

Keynote Lectures:

SUN, 25 MARCH

"Gold into Dark: Gold in Byzantine Painting" The Ben Read Memorial Lecture 2018 . A keynote lecture by Professor Henri Franses (American University of Beirut, Lebanon) in English. To be followed by a wine reception at CVAR. Venue: Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) (285 Ermou str., CY-1017, cvar.severis.org) Time: 18:30-19.30 Entrance: Free by ticket only. For more information: +357 22300994

MON, 26 MARCH

“Lucy Hutchinson” A keynote lecture by Professor David Norbrook (University of Oxford, UK) in English, sponsored by the Department of English Studies, University of Cyprus. Venue: Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) (285 Ermou str., CY-1017, cvar.severis.org) Time: 18:00-19.00 Entrance: Free by ticket only. For more information: +357 22300994

TUE, 27 MARCH

“Mapping Othello” A keynote lecture by Dr Colm MacCrossan (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) in English, sponsored by Sheffield Hallam University. Venue: Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) (285 Ermou str., CY-1017, cvar.severis.org) Time: 12:00 For more information: +357 22300994

TUE, 27 MARCH

The Farce of the Fisherman Early Modern Flemish Comedy. A theatrical play by the 16th Dutch playwright Cornelis Evereart, presented by the University of Sheffield Renaissance Theatre, directed by Dr Charlotte Steenbrugge, produced by Jim Fitzmaurice and sponsored by the University of Sheffield. The Farce of the Fisherman is an Early Modern Flemish comedy which combines elements of folklore with a plot that might work for a modern day romcom. Actors will be students from the University of Sheffield and the University of Cyprus. In English. Venue: Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) (285 Ermou str., CY-1017, cvar.severis.org)

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Time: 19:00 – 20:00 Entrance: Free by ticket only. For more information: +357 22300994

THU, 29 MARCH CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Easter Concerts by CySO With Greek Orthodox Holy Week just around the corner, the CySO offers us a concert full of pain and passion. The first work, Rudolph Barshai’s transcription for string orchestra of Shostakovich’s String Quartet no. 8, which the composer wrote in just three days in July 1960, shortly after being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It is a work which the composer himself considered his epitaph. The programme continues with anguish at the death of Asa, Peer Gynt’s mother, but also with a threnody in contemporary Latvian composer Peteris Vasks’ “Musica Dolorosa”. Last but not least, Haydn’s “Passion” symphony, a name not coined by the composer himself but rather given following a performance of it in the German city of Schwerin during Holy Week of 1790. Conductor: Jens Georg Bachmann Venue: PallasTheatre (Rigainis & Arsinois corner, Pafos Gate, CY-1010, Old Lefkosia, T. +357 22410181) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12|€7 for 18-26 yrs & pensioners |€5 for -18 yrs Information: T. +357 22463144, cyso.org.cy

SAT, 31 MARCH

Napoleon The first national portrait of bijoux de kant, following the successful performances of last year and having won the award for best male performance at the Queer Theatre Awards 2017 (Antonis Gritsis), is coming for the first time in Cyprus. The meeting of the cursed romantic poet of Cypriot origin, Napoleon Lapathiotis with the lonely representative of the post-war city study of manners, George Ioannou. Antonis Gritsis becomes the voice of the larger than life Ioannou and the melancholic Lapathiotis, portraying the existential loneliness of the socially outcast.

Venue: Theatre Apothikes THOC (former New Stage) (29, Kampou Street, CY-2030, T. +357 22864370 Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10 adults|€5 students Tickets: 10 Euro (adults), 5 Euro (students) For further information: T. +357 22894356, ucy.ac.cy/alumnisys

ONGOING till FRI, 20 APRIL

"Your Planet Needs You" Cyta presents this interactive exhibition for the whole family, designed by the Science Museum of London. The exhibition focuses in some of the most important contemporary issues, like worldwide reduction of natural resources, climate changes, and the need for citizenship activation for a sustainable future. While visitors walk through the exhibition they take part into interactive games that aim to entice them into issues and problems that concern the creation of a sustainable future. Participants are welcomed by four characters in the briefing area at start of the exhibition. Buz, Eco, Tek and Dug introduce themselves, they talk to us from the year 2050 and they want us to think more seriously about our future (their present..!). Information: T. 7000 0723, planetneedsyou.com Venue: Cyprus International Fair, ExpoCyprus, Kiosk 4 (G. Seferi str., CY-2415, T. +357 22203600) Opening hours: Fri, Sat & Sun 10:00-19:00 without reservation. Open on weekdays after reservation. For school visits, reservations and information, please call T. 7000 0723. Entrance: €10 for children (escorts free)

Open Air Fruit & Vegetable Markets

EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: “OCHI” Square within the Venetian walls of old Nicosia city. EVERY FRIDAY: Industrial area of Strovolos Municipality (near the traffic lights).

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Flea Market of Lefkosia The first indoor flea market in Lefkosia where one can find new and used books, toys, art crafts, furniture, household items, electronics, appliances, clothes, collectibles and antiques, as well as a coffee shop.

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Venue: Flea Market (2, Ioanni Koromia Str., CY-1028 Kaimakli, T. +357 22432478)

EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY

Free Guided Tours at the Cyprus Museum The tours are contacted with licensed tourist guides and are free of charge! Starting Point: Cyprus Museum entrance

Starting time: 11:00 – 12:30 Information│Reservations: +357 22889600 Note: Museum Fees apply (€4,50). No tours are held on public holidays.

EVERY MONDAY & THURSDAY

LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WALKS Get to know the capital by walking The Lefkosia Municipality established a series of thematic walking tours to present various aspects of the old city as well as the city outside the walls. Lefkosia, a city with 5,000 yearlong history, has much to offer. By walking, one gets a better feel for a place and its yearlong atmosphere, past and present, and a better understanding of its continual cultural development.

EVERY MONDAY

Pallouriotissa & Kaimakli: The Past Restored Guided walking & bus tour. The Walking Tour leads you to the most noteworthy sights in ‘Pallouriotisa’ and ‘Kaimakli’, two old villages at the outskirts of the Venetian Walls. As Lefkosia grew and expanded these villages gradually became historic districts of the city.

EVERY THURSDAY

Discover the old Nicosia and its walls Guided walking tour. Lefkosia, the only divided capital in the world, dates back to the Bronze Age. In antiquity and in early Christian times it was known as Ledra. It has been the capital of Cyprus since the Late Byzantine period (11th century). The Lusignans transformed it into a splendid city, with royal palaces and churches. The city centre, the old “Chora”, surrounded by 16th century Venetian Walls, with museums, old churches and medieval buildings, maintains the leisurely atmosphere of yesteryear. Language: English

Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia, within the Venetian walls of old Nicosia city (11, Aristokyprou str., CY-1011) Time: 10:00 Cost: Gratis. Offered by the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality and organised in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. For further information and bookings please contact T. +357 22674264. NO Walks held on public holidays.

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LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) FRI, 2 & SAT, 3 MARCH

18th Contemporary Dance Platform The Dance Platform is taking place on a yearly basis and is dealing with new contemporary dance creations, of non-commercial type, which have not yet been presented in Cyprus or abroad. Important celebrities of the International contemporary dance scene are being invited at the Festival, exchanging views with the performers and the audience. Apart from its main program at the RIALTO Theatre, the Platform includes a variety of parallel events, performances and discussions and various locations in town, which give a complete comprehensive look with regards to contemporary dance in Cyprus. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €5

SUN, 4 MARCH

Blossoming Almond Tree's Festival 2018 The Annual Blooming Almond Tree’s Festival is back! The Festival is organised by the Community Council and the Community Complex of the Kouris and Xylourikos Valley in Limnatis village. The village is situated at an altitude of 480m above sea level, surrounded by thousands of beautiful almond trees. Planted in rows, give a beautiful color to the landscape of the village, which makes it incredibly charming. There will be a bus transfer with guide departing from the CTO office in Germasogeia, 22 Georgiou A' street, Potamos Germasogeias (eastern entrance of Dasoudi Beach). Reservations are necessary on a first-come, first-served basis; T. +357 25323211. Cost: €5. Venue: Limnatis village, approx. 20 km north-west of Lemesos in the Troodos Mountains.

SUN, 5 MARCH

Cyprus Sunshine Cup 2017 (SHC) - Stage 2 The Cyprus Sunshine Cup is one of the most famous Mountainbike Series in the UCI Calendar. One very special attraction will be offered by the race course in Amathous/Agios Tychon. The venue at the sea

side between the ruins of the ancient kingdom of Amathous will return into the 2017 Cyprus Sunshine Cup! The second race of Cyprus Sunshine Cup is a Class 1 registered race in the UCI Calendar. For further information: cyclingcy.com

MON, 5 & TUE, 6 MARCH

Annie The Musical The Grammar School’s (Lemesos) Music and Drama Club presents the well-known musical “Annie”. Ever since her parents left her as a baby, little Annie has led a hard-knock life at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. However, all that changes when billionaire Oliver Warbucks takes her in his mansion for a couple of weeks. The production team comprises Director Cleopatra Papa Kyprianou and her assistants, Maria Kouzi Aletrari and Martinos Perdikis. The choreographies are by Celia Charalambous and Zoey Xanthou and the Set Design by George Papadopoulos. All proceeds will go to the Centre for Preventive Paediatrics. Venue: Pattihio Municipal Theatre (6, Agias Zonis, CY-3027, T. +357 25377277, pattihio.com.cy ) Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10

TUE, 6 MARCH NT LIVE

Hamlet Broadcast from the programme National Theatre Live. Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (BBC’s Sherlock, The Imitation Game) takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father’s death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state. Directed by Lyndsey Turner (Posh, Chimerica) and produced by Sonia Friedman Productions. With Greek and English subtitles. Simultaneus screening at THOC Theatre - Central Stage. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10|€7

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THU, 8 MARCH

Queens of Syria Queens of Syria (the documentary) tells the story of fifty women from Syria, all forced into exile in Jordan, who came together in Autumn 2013 to create and perform their own version of the Trojan Women, the timeless Ancient Greek tragedy all about the plight of women in war. Not one of them had ever acted before. What followed was an extraordinary moment of cross-cultural contact across millennia, in which women born in 20th century Syria found a blazingly vivid mirror of their own experiences in the stories of a queen, princesses and ordinary women like them, uprooted, enslaved and bereaved by the Trojan War. It was a process charged with emotion and fraught with challenges, as long buried issues came to the surface, and at times the project itself hung in the balance. Reservation is required. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 (70’) Entrance: Free

FRI, 9 MARCH

Οι Καρέκλες (oi karekles) A play by Eugene Ionesco, Theatro Dentro. An elderly couple is a guardian on an isolated island. Separated and isolated from the rest of the world, they seem to have nothing else to do than to look back into their lives and to contrive games so that to move in the frozen time. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 (70’) Entrance: €13|€10

SAT, 10 MARCH The MET Live in HD

Semiramide

Angela Meade makes her Met role debut as the title character in Semiramide. Rossini’s opera, which has not been seen at the Met in 25 years, will be conducted by Maurizio Benini and feature Elizabeth DeShong as the Commander of the Assyrian army Arsace, Javier Camarena as an Indian king Idreno, Ildar Abdrazakov as the prince Assur, and Ryan

Speedo Green as the high priest Oroe. Live broadcast from the Metropolitan Opera, with Greek and English subtitles. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 (240’) Entrance: €18-14

WED, 14 MARCH

Mimis Plessas - Klaudia Delmer "A Sea of Songs" The wonderful and so special Greek composer Mimis Plessas in the piano, accompanied by the charismatic singer Klaudia Delmer presents his best moments with the simplicity of his first inspiration, reviving loved songs. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15|€10

SAT, 17 & SUN 18 MARCH

OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO 2018 As a well-known running expert once said: "I've learned that finishing a marathon isn't just an athletic achievement. It's a state of mind; a state of mind that says anything is possible". The coastal road of Limassol provides all the conditions you will need to make your goals possible! The OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO provides the runner with an amazing 100% coastal and 100% flat course, which is optimal for newly introduced members of the Marathon Running Community to have a first great experience, and for older members to challenge their Personal Best time! Visit and run the largest sports event in Cyprus (fully accredited by AIMS) and experience the magic and energy that Limassol has to offer! For further information visit limassolmarathon.com

SAT, 17 MARCH

A tribute to the great Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninoff The Cypriot pianist Manolis Neophytou presents a tribute to the great Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninoff -75 years from his death-with the talented musicians Sorin Alexandru-Horlea-violin,

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Margarita Elia-soprano, Mariola Charitidou-piano, Nicolas Efthimiou-viola, Doros Zisimos-cello, Marios Marcou-clarinet and Marios Nicolaou-percussion. The program includes great works by Rachmaninoff-2nd concerto for piano and orchestra, Elegie, Vocalise etc., Romeo and Juliet by Prokofiev, Flight of the Bumblebee by Rimski-Korsakoff. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €13|€10

WED, 21 MARCH

Tribute to Michalis Christodoulides The Limassol Music School and the Lanition Lyceum organize a tribute to the Cypriot composer Michalis Christodoulides, presenting works by the leading composer. With the participation of music instructors and the Choir of the Limassol Music School. Direction: Michalis Christodoulides. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €5

THU, 22 – SAT, 24 MARCH THEATRE ORGANISATION CYPRUS

Stella with the Red Gloves Born with values that don’t agree with the customs and perceptions of her time, Stella, a wild spirit that cannot be tamed, surrenders to love without inhibitions and chooses a rupture with a painful end instead of the false happiness of a dull life. Iconic and much loved, both in its theatrical version and the film adaptation by Michael Cacoyannis, Kambanellis’ work serves as a hymn to unconventionality. The writing of the most important Greek writer of the second half of the 20th century combines the beat of lively language with emotion. Konstantinos Arvanitakis, who directs the play, sheds light on the timelessness of the subject, in a performance with live music composed by Stamatis Kraounakis. In Greek with English and Turkish subtitles. Venue: THOC New Theatre Building (9, Gregori Afxentiou str., CY-1096, thoc.org.cy) Time: Thu & Fri 20:30, Sat 17:00

SUN, 25 MARCH

Winter's Tale - Royal Ballet Christopher Wheeldon, Artistic Associate of The Royal Ballet, created his adaptation of Shakespeare’s late great romance The Winter’s Tale for The Royal Ballet in 2014. Building on the success of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Winter’s Tale received ecstatic praise at its premiere, acclaimed by critics and audiences alike for its intelligent, distinctive and emotionally powerful story, told through exquisite dance. It is now widely judged to be a modern ballet classic. The story follows the destruction of a marriage through consuming jealousy, the abandonment of a child and a seemingly hopeless love. Yet, through remorse and regret – and after a seemingly miraculous return to life – the ending is one of forgiveness and reconciliation. With powerful designs by Bob Crowley and atmospheric music by Joby Talbot, The Winter’s Tale is a masterful modern narrative ballet. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 18:30 Entrance: €15|€10

WED, 28 MARCH CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Easter Concerts by CySO With Greek Orthodox Holy Week just around the corner, the CySO offers us a concert full of pain and passion. The first work, Rudolph Barshai’s transcription for string orchestra of Shostakovich’s String Quartet no. 8, which the composer wrote in just three days in July 1960, shortly after being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It is a work which the composer himself considered his epitaph. The programme continues with anguish at the death of Asa, Peer Gynt’s mother, but also with a threnody in contemporary Latvian composer Peteris Vasks’ “Musica Dolorosa”. Last but not least, Haydn’s “Passion” symphony, a name not coined by the composer himself but rather given following a performance of it in the German city of Schwerin during Holy Week of 1790. Conductor: Jens Georg Bachmann

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Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12|€7 for 18-26 yrs & pensioners |€5 for -18 yrs Information: T. +357 22463144, cyso.org.cy

THU, 29 MARCH

Eleftheria Arvanitaki The famous Greek singer returns to Rialto, celebrating more than thirty years of great songs that lasted in time and have accompanied our happy moments and our sorrows, our moments with friends and our moments alone… Alexandros Drakos Ktistakis: drums - orchestrations George Georgiadis: bass Yannis Kyrimkyridis: piano Nikos Mermigas: lafta, bouzouki, lute Dimitris Tsakas: saxophone, guitar. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €25|€20

SAT, 31 MARCH The MET Live in HD

Cosi Fan Tutte Live broadcast from the Metropolitan Opera. Phelim McDermott returns to the Met staging Mozart’s comedy Così fan tutte, led by David Robertson. Set in the 1950s on Coney Island, the cast features Amanda Majeski as the conflicted Fiordiligi; Serena Malfi as her sister, Dorabella; Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara as their feisty maid, Despina; Ben Bliss and Adam Plachetka as the sisters’ fiancés, Ferrando and Guglielmo; and Christopher Maltman as the cynical Don Alfonso. Così fan tutte is a co-production with the English National Opera. With Greek and English subtitles. Venue: Rialto Theatre (19, Andrea Drousioti str., Platia Iroon, CY-3603, T. 77777745, rialto.com.cy) Time: 19:55 (211’0 Entrance: €18|€14

EVERY MONDAY

LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) WALK A stroll in Neapolis, Nemesos, Limassol….Lemesos

See the best of Lemesos city; get to know the historical centre of Lemesos by walking through its narrow streets which visually “narrate” its long history. Monuments of the past, traditional workshops, unique architectural features, the bustling life of the old market and traditional shops all reflect the city´s atmosphere, the main element of this tour. Language: English Starting point: CTO Information Office - Old Port of Lemesos (Old Port Entrance, Syntagmatos square) Time: 10:00 Cost: Gratis. Offered by the Lemesos (Limassol) Municipality and organised in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Booking in advance is necessary. For further information and bookings please call T. +357 25362756. NO Walks held on public holidays.

GERMASOGEIA WALKS WED, 7 & 21 MARCH

Discover the Natural Environment of Germasogeia This tour aims to discover the nature of Germasogeia. The idea is to walk away from the village to the serene surroundings of the area and enjoy a relaxing stroll wandering in the hills of Germasogeia. The participants of the tour will enjoy a ride in the old Bedford bus which drives partly through an earthen road. They will walk (there is some uphill walking) for more than half an hour along the nature trail of the area of Phinicaria laid out by the Forestry Department and enjoy the magnificent view of the water dam and river. In the winter colourful flowers and shrubs cover the valley. The herbs and wild flowers and tree blossoms give a variety of colours and scents.

WED, 14 & 28 MARCH Germasogeia – A Village Blessed by Water This tour aims to take visitors to the peaceful, picturesque village of Germasogeia 15 minutes away from the beach, to stroll through its narrow streets, see its special architecture, visit its churches, and feel the village life. Water has always been the most important element in the development of Germasogeia. It is bounded by the sea in the south and on its north it has as a physical boundary, the

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water dam of Germasogeia fed by the river Amathos coming from the mountains of Troodos. The tour also includes a visit to the water dam of Germasogeia.

Language: English Starting Point: CTO Tourist Information Office - Germasogeia (22 Georgiou A’ street, Eastern entrance of Dasoudi Beach area, CY 4047, T. +357 25323211). Time: 10:00 – 13:00 Cost: Gratis. Offered free of charge by the Municipality of Germasogeia in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Booking in advance is necessary. For further information and bookings please call T. +357 25323211 (give name & hotel). The tours combine bus rides, which can take up to thirty people. Kindly note that both female and male visitors to churches should be respectfully dressed and are requested not to use flash photography inside a church.

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LARNAKA Larnaka Free Winter Experiences 2017 / 18 A weekly programme with a wonderful array of complimentary activities is organised in Larnaka every winter for tourists staying in licenced hotels, apartments and agrotouristic establishments within the Larnaka region. The programme runs from November 1 - April 30, and has been created by the Larnaka Tourism Board, the CTO and Local Authorities of the region to offer a jam-packed timetable with something different every day of the week. The week starts with a birdwatching and basket weaving session at Voroklini Lake on Monday morning. On Tuesday, you can enjoy a full day out at the unique Mazotos Camel Park, whilst the temperatures in Larnaka are perfect for taking a walking tour of the town on Wednesday, complete with professional tour guide. Thursday’s activity is a trip to the village of Athienou for a visit to the Kallinikeio Museum and the restored Flour Mill and for some halloumi making at the restored Father Kallinikos Stavrovouniotis House. On Friday you take another guided tour - this time of the local workshops, where traditional crafts are practised. Saturday brings a second excursion to the picturesque villages of Lefkara, Kato Drys and Ayios Theodoros (see note below), where you will discover there is plenty to see and do including wine tasting and traditional product demonstrations. The activities are all free of charge upon presentation of a voucher issued by the participating accommodation establishments for their guests. All the activities are available on a ‘turn up and enjoy’ basis except for the two village excursions which require one day’s notice. For further information and the weekly programme visit larnakaregion.com

Organisation Internationale De La Francophonie

March 20th every year is designated as International Francophonie Day and is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie’s 77 member-states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. Programme of events in Larnaka:

FRI, 9 MARCH CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Joining in these is also the CySO with a programme consisting entirely of French composers, including Claude Debussy, for whom the 25th of the month this year also marks 100 years from his death. Along with Debussy however, three other fin-de-siecle composers: Faure with his poignant “Pelléas et Mélisande”, Saint-Säens with his Cello concerto no. 1 and Ravel with his always-appealing “Mother Goose Suite”. Á plus! Soloist: Aurelien Pascal (cello) Conductor: Jens Georg Bachmann Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre (Municipal Gardens, Leonida Kioupi Ave, T. +357 24665795) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12|€7 18-26yrs & pensioners|€5 -18yrs For further information cyso.org.cy Box Office, Wed 16:00-19:00 and 2 hrs before the concert

TUE, 20 MARCH Moka Film «Moka» directed by Frédéric Mermoud (Switzerland / France, 2016). Cast: Emmanuelle Devos, Nathalie Baye, Samuel Labarthe, Jean-Philippe Ecoffey, Diane Rouxel, Marion Reymond, Paulin Jaccoud. Armed with a few belongings and a gun, Diane Kramer leaves the clinic on the lake Léman waterfront and heads for Evian. She is led by one obsession: to find the hit-and-run driver of the mocha coloured Mercedes which hit her son and devastated her life. The path of revenge is however, sometimes more tortuous than it seems. Language: French with English subtitles. The Ambassador of Switzerland will host a cocktail after the screening. Venue: Theatro Skala (15 Kyriakou Matsi, CY-6015) Time: 20:30 (90’) Entrance: Free

SAT, 17 MARCH CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

French Fairytales - Family concerts for all With French-language month still with us, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra continues its Francophone offerings with two family concerts and Maurice Ravel’s “Mother Goose” Suite. Join us then with your children, young and old, for a chance to

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meet up close with, and always through music, well-known fairy tale characters: there’s Sleeping Beauty and Little Tom Thumb, there’s Laideronette, the (not-so-pretty) Empress of the Pagodas, and there’s also Beauty and the Beast. And to wrap things up, join us for a walk through the Fairy Garden, where Prince Charming also makes an appearance in order to wake up his beloved. Once again then… Á plus! Ravel: Mother Goose Suite With image projections! Narration – Presentation: Marina Katsari Conductor: Jens Georg Bachmann Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre (Municipal Gardens, Leonida Kioupi Ave, T. +357 24665795) Time: 15:30 & 17:00 Entrance: €5

THU, 22 MARCH

Lecture “Larnaca through the photographic archives of CVAR”, by Dr Iosif Hadjikyriakos Within the topic, “Larnaca. 4000 years of History and Culture”, the Pierides Museum – Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, in association with Phivos Stavrides Foundation – Larnaca Archives and CVAR, Costas & Rita Severis Foundation, cordially invites you to the lecture “Larnaca through the photographic archives of CVAR”. In Greek. Speaker: Dr Iosif Hadjikyriakos, Director of Phivos Stavrides Foundation – Larnaca Archives. Venue: Pierides Museum - Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation (4, Zenonοs Kitieos, CY-6023)

SAT, 31 – SUN, 1 APRIL

Grand Prix Of Cyprus - Compak Sporting Mediterranean Cup Final The Cyprus Shooting Sport Federation and the Larnaka Shooting Club, cordially invite all shooters belonging to Federations or other national groups affiliated to FITASC, to participate at the Cyprus Grand Prix in Compak Sporting & Mediterranean Cup Final which will take place at the Larnaka Olympic Shooting Range. The Larnaka Olympic Shooting Range will host also the 24th European Championship in Compak Sporting and the European Cup Final which will be organized on 3-6 May 2018. For further information cssf-shooting.org

EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

LARNAKA WALKS Larnaka; birthplace of the philosopher Zeno, founder of the Stoic School, and second home of Saint Lazarus who was ordained as the first Bishop of Kition after his resurrection. For the lovers of long walks this is a fascinating insight into the history, culture, traditions, and architecture of this sea-front city.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Larnaka – Past and Present This walk covers the history of Larnaka and its development by focusing on the role that the sea had throughout the centuries. Language: English Starting point: CTO Information Office (Vasileos Pavlou Square, T. +357 24654322) Time: 10:00

EVERY FRIDAY

Scala – Its Craftsmen Scala is the area that surrounds Larnaka Fort and Agios Lazaros Church. The aim of this walk is to explore the area and visit the Handicraft Workshops created by young ceramic artists most of who are inspired by ancient Cypriot art. The Walk goes through picturesque streets of the Turkish sector of Larnaka, where visitors have the chance to see traditional white washed houses, houses with kiosks and the present use of this residential area. Starting point: Larnaka Fort (in front of the entrance of the Medieval Museum). Time: 10:00 Cost: Gratis. Offered by the Larnaka Municipality and organised in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Booking in advance is necessary. For further information and bookings please contact T. +357 24654322. Walks are held on public holidays.

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PAFOS SUN, 4 MARCH

20th Logicom Cyprus Marathon 2018 The main distance of the event features breath-taking scenery from Start to Finish. Starting at Aphrodite’s Birthplace, the course follows a coastal route along the Mediterranean Sea. Throughout the course you will discover the small and traditional villages of Pafos and enjoy the hospitality with cheering support along most of the course. The course is accredited by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races) and clearly marked at every kilometer. Groups of volunteer marshals will assist and guide runners throughout the course. The Pafos Police will also keep a watchful eye on runners, thereby, ensuring their safety. Effective traffic control/management is assured. For further information and participations please log in to logicomcyprusmarathon.com

Bach Birthday Festival 2018 Paphos Kidney Association and Paphos Music Lovers presents Bach Birthday Festival 2018. A charity music festival in aid of the Paphos Kidney Association with all proceeds going to the charity (Charity No.4578). For many years now, the Kidney Association has been supporting the Renal Unit in Pafos General Hospital by raising funds to purchase urgently required equipment needed in the ward. In the past three years, nine new dialysis machines have been installed including two specially adapted to treat children. However, now having over seventy patients and only fourteen beds the necessity has arisen for a larger unit to be built and funds are needed to assist with supplying this unit with extra equipment. To keep updated with further events please like our Facebook page, Paphos Kidney Association. Programme of the Festival:

MON, 19 MARCH BACH BIRTHDAY FESTIVAL LAUNCH PARTY Art, music, cinema room and refreshments! Venue: Chakra Gallery Time: 17:00

THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF J.S. BACH with Wally Oppenheim.

Venue: Ananas 8bit Coffee Time: 20:00

WED, 21 MARCH YOUNG BACH - Student concert with birthday cake. Venue: Technopolis 20 Time: 15:00

BACH BIRTHDAY DINNER -German wines and cuisine. Venue: Secret Valley Time: 19:00

THU, 22 MARCH BACH CONCERT ON A WALL – Live concert film with Jacques Loussier Play Bach Trio. Venue: Ananas 8bit Coffee Time: 19:00

FRI, 23 MARCH JS BACH: GOLDBERG VARIATIONS with the Nisos String Trio. Venue: Stage One Theatre Time: 20:00

SAT, 24 MARCH BACH CONCERT ON A WALL – Live concert film of JS Bach: Brandenburg Concertos 1 – 6 with the Orchestra Mozart Bologna. Venue: Ananas 8bit Coffee Time: 19:00

SUN, 25 MARCH NATALIA & FRIENDS PLAY BACH – Natalia Lezedova, Tatiana Stupak, Nina Ioannidou (piano), Robert Grod (cello), Eva Stavrou (flute), Andreas Constantinou (violin), Hristo Ovcharov (double bass). Venue: Technopolis 20 Time: 18:00

MON, 26 MARCH CYPRUS BRASS BAND PLAYS BACH – The programme will include brass band versions of some of Bach’s most beautiful melodies including Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, Sheep May Safely Graze, and Arioso from Harpsichord Concerto No.5. Venue: UKCA Club Time: 18:00

SUN, 4 MARCH

One piano - four pianists The pianists Galina Dimova, Ivelina Ruseva, Nina Ioannidou, and Natalia Lezedova invite you to a classical concert dedicated to piano. The programme will include works by Mozart, Saint- Saëns, Liszt, Debussy, Chopin, Shostakovich, Babadjanyan and Piazzolla. Venue: Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre (18, Nikolaou Nikolaidi Ave., CY-8010, T. +357 70002420, technopolis20.com) Time: 18:00

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Entrance: €12 Reservations necessary at T. 70002420 (calls only).

SUN, 11 MARCH

Music for Trio The 2nd concert of the ‘George Georgiou and Friends concert series’ features music for violin (Lyusi Hovhannessian), clarinet (George Georgiou) and piano (Guy Creen) by Darius Milhaud, Aram Khatchaturian and Camille Saint – Saens. George Georgiou and Friends is a new concert series under the artistic direction of clarinetist George Georgiou. Darius Milhaud | Suite for Trio Aram Khachaturian | Trio for violin, clarinet and piano Camille Saint – Saens | Clarinet Sonata Venue: Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre (18, Nikolaou Nikolaidi Ave., CY-8010, T. +357 70002420, technopolis20.com) Time: 18:00 Entrance: €10 Reservations necessary at T. 70002420 (calls only).

WED, 14 MARCH

Two flutes and one piano Virginie Bove (flute), Savvas Christodoulou (flute) and Gergana Georgieva (piano) will present a unique recital for two flutes and a piano. The exceptional corporation between these two flutists with their unique sound will offer you a beautiful journey from Baroque era through 20th century music with the accompaniment of Gergana’s Georgieva. The recital will include W.F. Bach flute duet no.1 for 2 flutes which is known for its charming dialogues between the two melodic instruments. The concert will also feature two masterpieces “L’apres midi d’une faune” by C. Debussy and the ‘’Fantasia Brillante’’ by F. Borne. Divertissement Grec for two flutes and piano a beautiful composition by Ph. Gaubert will be followed and the program concludes the well-known duet by F. Doppler for two flutes and piano. Venue: Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre (18, Nikolaou Nikolaidi Ave., CY-8010, T. +357 70002420, technopolis20.com) Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10|€8 students

Reservations necessary at T. 70002420 (calls only).

FRI, 16 MARCH

Monsieur Doumani The Cypriot group Monsieur Doumani, following the international success of their two previous albums, returns to Pafos to present their 3rd album ‘Angathin’ (‘thorn’). The album consists almost exclusively of original compositions and it essentially picks up from where their previous multi-award-winning album 'Sikoses' (2015) left them. It addresses more than ever, the political, social and activist concerns and sensitivities of the group members and it is a call for rebellion against corruption, racism and injustice. The songs are inspired, among other things, by the unstable political situation on the divided island of Cyprus and the need for peace and reunification, as well as environmental crimes committed in the name of economic growth and profit. Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10 with free CD Reservations necessary at T. 70002420 (calls only).

SUN, 18 MARCH

Family Concert “Harp and Piano” The Children's Musical Society of Paphos presents the second concert from the Family Concerts series “Harp and Piano”. Classical harpist Anna Kulikova will tell the harp story and will play some compositions by Duran, Glazunov and Francisque. Classical pianist and laureat of five international competitions, Natalia Lezedova will also tell piano stories and play compositions by Debussy, Chopin and Rachmaninov. The narrative and performance will be accompanied by a video presentation. Venue: Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre (18, Nikolaou Nikolaidi Ave., CY-8010, T. +357 70002420, technopolis20.com) Time: 16:00 Entrance: €10 Reservations necessary at T. 70002420 (calls only).

FRI, 23 – SUN, 25 MARCH

Cyprus Gran Fondo 2018 The Cyprus Gran Fondo 2018 is a 3-day Road "Cycling for All" event, which, since 2017, is

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featured among the biggest cycling events of the UCI as part of the Gran Fondo family for cyclists ranging from pros to beginners. The event provides the perfect opportunity for recreational riders to qualify for the World Gran Fondo Championships held every year. Starting every day next to the Mediterranean coast, you will climb some of the nicest mountains of the island. It is this compactness of Cyprus that gives a unique experience to a cyclist who wants to have everything in just one ride! We will give you this experience every day, for three consecutive days! For further information visit cyclingcy.com/gf-tour

WED, 28 MARCH

A music night with ‘Τhe Crew’ The music trio ‘The Crew’, already counting 2 years since their premiere, they keep presenting different approaches on well-known music pieces. Featuring Alexandros Tsangarides on piano and vocals, Christodoulos Dimitriou on double bass and Alex Sofokleous on percussion, the trio presents cover songs with a jazz-swing attitude, influenced by the decades of the fifties until today. Venue: Technopolis 20 Cultural Centre (18, Nikolaou Nikolaidi Ave., CY-8010, T. +357 70002420, technopolis20.com) Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10 Reservations necessary at T. 70002420 (calls only).

EVERY 3RD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

Farmers and Handicrafts Market Fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade sweets and freshly baked bread, arts and crafts made by local artisans are just some of the many local products on offer. For further information please contact Mrs. Catherine, T.+357 99104622. Venue: Steni village square

Time: 10:00 – 14:00

EVERY 4TH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Farmers and Handicrafts Market Exclusively handmade and handcrafted local products, food, sweets, herbs, essential oils, arts and crafts made by local artisans. For further details please contact Mrs. Simona, T.+357 97836005.

Venue: Polis Herb Garden, Polis Chrysochous (next to the Archaeological Museum) Time: 17:00 – 21:00

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AMMOCHOSTOS Agia Napa Cultural Winter

THU, 1 MARCH "Modern Greek Music" Niki Antoniou’s five-member Music Band

THU, 8 MARCH EAC Dance Group Larnaca - Ammochostos – Dhekelia

THU, 15 MARCH "Island Winds" Andrea Nicholaou &Vaso Nicholi Music Group

THU, 22 MARCH "Ora kali tzioraevlogimeni" Michael Kkasialos Community Choir

THU, 29 MARCH Traditional Greek Dances Liopetri Cultural Group "I Paradosi"

Venue: Agia Napa Municipal Theatre Time: 20:00 Entrance: Free

SUN, 18 MARCH

Agia Napa Triathlon 2018 The most prestigious and biggest triathlon event in Cyprus! The scenery guarantees a unique experience. Great location, crystal clear waters and sunny weather makes this event the perfect choice to start the race season as early as in March. The Agia napa triathlon includes Middle distance triathlon, Triathlon and Sprint triathlon. The event attracts hundreds of athletes including some of the sport’s top names. For further information visit ayianapatriathlon.com

SAT, 31 MARCH – THU, 5 APRIL

Agia Napa International Youth Soccer Festival 2018 Soccerworldcyprus organizes the annual Agia Napa international youth soccer Festival and invite all teams to participate in a venue that can only be described as one of the most famous soccer activities in Cyprus. A real soccer festival, with high standard of football and lots of fun for the young

future soccer stars coming from many different countries. The whole event is organized and coordinated by Soccerworldcyprus, an official member sports club of the Official Cyprus National Sports Organization. The event is supported every year by the Municipality of Ayia Napa tourist resort and sponsored by The Cyprus Tourism Organization. The tournament is officially recognised and approved by the official Cyprus Football Association. Venue: Agia Napa Municipality Sports Center, Kokkines Area (T. +357 99596166) Entrance: Free For inquiries and further information log in to: ayianapasoccerfestival.com www.facebook.com/AyiaNapaYouthSoccerFestival

EVERY THURSDAY

Join the Walk! Agia Napa and the Sea: A Different Dimension! This «walk» gives an insight to the historic connection of the area of Agia Napa with the sea and the recent growth of the small fishing village to a splendid modern resort. All along, the tour gives one the opportunity to learn more about the area, and admire its natural beauties. The participants ride on a fully restored vintage bus to the sculpture Park, a sea-view open-air gallery exposing the work of over 100 artists, who have exhibited their works around the world. Next on the programme is a short ride to the breathtaking Agia Napa Sea Caves and to the National Park of Cape Gkreco. A short walk follows to “Korakas Bridge” a ‘must-see’ geological formation that resembles a bridge or arch over a sea cave and the picturesque chapel dedicated to Agii Anargiri situated on the north of Cape Gkreco. After a coffee break the tour continues along the coast and ends at the 15th century Byzantine church of Agia Varvara. The guide’s commentary focuses on familiarizing the participants on the area and offers further information on various other sites that the visitor may wish to explore on his own or with an organised tour. Language: Every other Thursday in English - German & English – Swedish. Duration: approx. 3 hours (with a 20’ break)

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Starting point & Reservations: CTO Information Office (12, Kryou Nerou Avenue, CY-5330, T. +357 23721796). Time: 10:00 Cost: Gratis. Offered free of charge by the Agia Napa Municipality and organised in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. First to book, first to join! So, booking in advance (leaving name & hotel) is necessary. NO Walks held on public holidays.

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